--- title: "Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included" lang: en type: tour city: Athens country: Greece price: 33 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.53 reviews: 247 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [de, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 81 of 82 (Acropolis Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/athens-guided-tour-of-acropolis-and-parthenon-tickets-included/ --- # Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included In our comparison: #81 of 82 in Acropolis Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Acropolis and Parthenon tickets are INCLUDED. With a small group and an expert local guide, explore the Acropolis in Athens in a logical flow that brings ancient Athens to life through architecture, mythology, and history. Pre-reserved tickets allow you to enter smoothly, while the itinerary goes beyond the main monuments to include quieter areas many visitors miss. The tour also offers flexibility at the end, giving you the choice to remain on the Acropolis or exit via the south slope, passing the Sanctuary of Asclepius and the Theater of Dionysus, the birthplace of dramatic theater. ## Before you book - Meeting point: We meet outside the Acropolis Metro… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - 9 start times: between 08:00 and 17:00 - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €33 per person for the 2027 Early Booking option; other options up to €99 - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.53/5 from 247 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Walks In Europe - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: German, English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 9 start times between 08:00 and 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.53 from 247 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 89% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 220 of 247. - 5 stars: 194 (79%) - 4 stars: 26 (11%) - 3 stars: 6 (2%) - 2 stars: 5 (2%) - 1 star: 16 (6%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | 2027 Early Booking | €33 / person | English | tickets are not included | | Group tour in English | €99 / person | English | Max: 15 people per group | ## What's included - Small-group tour for a more personalised experience - Expert professional guide with insider's knowledge - 2-hour guided tour - Pre-reserved admission tickets for the Acropolis, special for partners ## Not included - Transportation to/from attractions ## Itinerary 1. **Acropolis** (1h 30m; admission included) - Join a small-group walking tour of the Acropolis and explore one of the most iconic sites of the ancient world with an expert local guide. Designed to avoid the crowds and long lines, this experience allows you to focus on the history, architecture, and stories that shaped... 2. **Parthenon** (30m; admission included) - Step into the heart of ancient Athens with a guided visit to the Parthenon, the crowning monument of the Acropolis. Dedicated to Athena, the city’s patron goddess, this extraordinary temple embodies the ideals, ambition, and artistic brilliance of Athens at its golden age. As... 3. **Pass through the Propylaea, the monumental gateway that once marked the cerem...** (pass by, no stop) - Pass through the Propylaea, the monumental gateway that once marked the ceremonial entrance to the Acropolis. Designed to impress and prepare visitors for the sacred spaces beyond, this grand structure set the tone for religious festivals and processions in ancient Athens. As... 4. **Erectheion** (pass by, no stop) - Admire the refined marble craftsmanship of the Erechtheion, a unique temple dedicated to both Athena and Poseidon. Known for its elegant columns and distinctive design, this sacred site is deeply rooted in Athenian mythology. As you explore, your expert guide brings its... 5. **Temple of Athena Nike** (pass by, no stop) - Discover the lesser-visited temples on the north side of the Acropolis, areas many visitors overlook. As you walk among these ancient sanctuaries, learn about the early Athenian cults and the worship of the Olympian gods, gaining a deeper understanding of the site’s religious... 6. **Theatre of Dionysus** (pass by, no stop) - After your guided tour, you may choose to remain on the Acropolis and continue exploring independently, taking in sweeping views over Athens and, on clear days, all the way to the Aegean Sea. Alternatively, follow your guide along a different route toward the south exit,... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 9 start times between 08:00 and 17:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point We meet outside the Acropolis Metro Station. If arriving by metro, take the Makrygianni /Dionysiou Arepaghitou exit. Please go up to the street level and find the sign for “Akropoli.” Your guide will be waiting with a sign displaying your names. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - During High Season pre-reserved tickets can be very popular at certain time slots which can lead to people waiting in the "skip-the-line ticket holders" queue - Baby strollers of any kind are not permitted within the Acropolis site. Kids under 6 are not permitted on this tour. - No wheelchairs, walkers, nor elevator access available during the tour. Please consider mobility limitations before booking - Arrive at the designated meeting point 10 minutes before start time. Our tours depart punctually. We have specific entry times reserved for the Acropolis. - Tickets are timed and expire within 5 to 10 minutes. Noshows are not refunded. You cannot join our tours after they started. - Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. ## Compared with other Acropolis Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #81 of 82** | €33 | 2h | 4.53 (247) | shared | | [Athens Acropolis Official E-Scooter Guided Tour Fat E-Bike](/greece/athens/tours/athens-acropolis-official-e-scooter-guided-tour-fat-e-bike/?format=md) | €59 | 2h | 5.0 (564) | shared | | [Athens Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis](/greece/athens/tours/athens-scenic-bike-tour-with-regular-or-electric-bike-acropolis/?format=md) | €35 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (3655) | shared | | [Acropolis E-bike Tour With Entrance Tickets](/greece/athens/tours/acropolis-e-bike-tour-with-entrance-tickets/?format=md) | €69 | 4h 30m | 4.97 (738) | shared | Ranked #81 of 82 in Acropolis Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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